--- title: "Low Maintenance Water Softener for Home Cost and Pricing Guide" url: https://eugenedignum.com/low-maintenance-water-softener-for-home-cost-and-pricing-guide/ description: "A water softener that needs constant salt refills and service calls gets expensive fast. If you are weighing a low-maintenance system for your home, the sticker price is." published: 2026-09-23 updated: 2026-09-23 --- # Low Maintenance Water Softener for Home Cost and Pricing Guide Published 2026-09-23 A water softener that needs constant salt refills and service calls gets expensive fast. If you are weighing a low-maintenance system for your home, the sticker price is only part of the bill. Salt, maintenance, and repairs add up over years of ownership. This guide breaks down what drives the cost of a low-maintenance water softener, how SoftPro's pricing compares across city and well water models, and which features cut your long-term costs. By the end, you will know whether a SoftPro system fits your home and budget. ## What Is SoftPro? Low-Maintenance Water Softening Explained SoftPro is a U.S.-based manufacturer of water softeners and filtration systems designed for minimal upkeep and maximum efficiency. The company sells whole house water softening and filtration systems built for city water and well water, and it states it has over 30 years of experience along with 100,000+ happy customers. That track record matters in a category where homeowners often worry about constant fiddling. SoftPro's stated focus is professional-grade equipment engineered for American homes and real world water conditions, which shapes how the systems approach routine upkeep. The core technology behind most water softeners is **ion exchange**. Hard water carries dissolved **hardness minerals**, mainly calcium and magnesium, measured in grains per gallon. Inside a softener, water passes through a bed of resin beads that capture those minerals and release sodium in their place. Over time the resin fills up and must be recharged. This is the **regeneration cycle**, where brine from the brine tank flushes the resin tank and carries the captured minerals away. A salt-based softener therefore needs salt, and that is where maintenance chores usually come from. SoftPro's low-maintenance angle targets exactly those chores. Systems are engineered to reduce how often homeowners deal with salt refills and cleaning, so the equipment keeps treating water with less hands-on attention. ### Who SoftPro Serves: City Water and Well Water Homeowners SoftPro designs distinct systems for city water and well water, recognizing that each source presents unique challenges. City water is typically treated and disinfected before it reaches the tap, but it can still carry hardness minerals that leave scale in pipes and appliances. Well water comes straight from the ground, so hardness levels vary widely and the water may carry other contaminants that a softener alone will not address. Those differences shape what a homeowner needs. A city water household generally wants softening plus filtration aimed at municipal water conditions. A well water household often needs a setup that can handle higher or more variable hardness and the sediment or other issues common to private wells. SoftPro matches its lineup to those two cases. The **Elite Smart HE** is positioned for city water, while the **Elite HE** is positioned for well water. Both fall under the company's whole house softening and filtration offering, so the goal is treated water at every tap rather than one fixture at a time. The audience SoftPro serves is homeowners with city water or well water who want whole house water softening and filtration solutions. The company also serves commercial businesses, including nursing homes, assisted living facilities, meat processing, food facilities, and interstate facilities. For a homeowner, the practical benefit is protection. Softened water helps guard plumbing, water heaters, and appliances against the scale that builds up when calcium and magnesium are left in the supply. That protection is the reason many households start comparing systems in the first place, and it feeds directly into the cost question: what you pay up front, and what you spend over the years on salt and service. SoftPro's answer to that second number is low-maintenance design. Fewer salt runs and less cleaning mean less time and less ongoing spend, which is the theme the rest of this pricing guide builds on. ## Are SoftPro Water Softeners Really Low Maintenance? The Verdict SoftPro water softeners are engineered to minimize routine maintenance through smart regeneration and high-efficiency design. That engineering focus matters because most of the ongoing work tied to a salt-based softener comes down to two chores: refilling salt and cleaning the brine tank. SoftPro's approach reduces how often both are needed. The verdict is straightforward. Based on the system's design features and the company's track record, a SoftPro softener qualifies as a genuinely **low maintenance** unit for a typical household. Here is what drives that conclusion. - **Demand-initiated regeneration.** Instead of regenerating on a fixed clock, the system triggers a regeneration cycle only when the resin needs it. That means fewer cycles, less salt used, and less wear on the control valve over time. - **High-efficiency upflow technology.** Upflow design is a recognized approach to getting more softening work out of each pound of salt, which supports strong salt efficiency. - **WISDOM Water Intelligence System.** This tool handles sizing and water scoring, so the unit is matched to the home's actual water hardness and usage rather than guessed at. - **Lifetime limited warranty.** A long warranty period signals confidence in the hardware, including the control valve and tanks that drive reliability. The contrast with older designs is worth understanding. A **timer-based regeneration** system regenerates on a set schedule, whether the water was used or not. A vacation week or a light-use month still burns through salt and sends water down the drain. Over a year, that adds up in salt purchases and in the effort of hauling bags home. Demand-initiated regeneration, sometimes called metered regeneration, flips that logic. The system reads actual water use and hardness, then regenerates only when the resin is loaded with calcium and magnesium. Fewer regeneration cycles translate directly into longer stretches between salt refills. SoftPro's broader track record supports the low-maintenance claim. The company reports **over 30 years of experience**, more than 100,000 customers, and 8,000+ reviews. Systems carry NSF, WQA, and ANSI certification and are built in the USA. A 60-day money back guarantee and factory-direct savings round out the ownership picture. What does low maintenance look like in practice for a SoftPro owner? 1. **Salt checks.** Periodic checks of the brine tank, with refills needed far less often than on a timer-based unit. 2. **Occasional brine tank cleaning.** Watching for salt bridge or mushing keeps the system running clean. 3. **No routine resin bead replacement.** Resin is a long-life component under normal conditions. 4. **No scheduled service calls.** The control valve and resin tank are designed for years of unattended operation. One practical note: salt choice affects upkeep. Pellet salt, crystal salt, and solar salt all work, and potassium chloride is an option for households watching sodium output. Whatever the choice, keeping the brine tank from bridging is the main hands-on task. The bottom line: SoftPro systems are indeed low maintenance. Smart regeneration, high-efficiency upflow design, and water intelligence for proper sizing mean less salt, less water waste, and fewer chores than a traditional timer-based softener demands. ## What Drives the Cost of a Low-Maintenance Water Softener The price of a low-maintenance water softener reflects its capacity, resin quality, and advanced control features. Two units can look nearly identical on a shelf yet differ by hundreds of dollars, and the gap almost always comes down to the parts you cannot see at a glance. Understanding these cost drivers helps you judge whether a higher sticker price is justified or simply marketing. The three factors below explain most of the variation in **home cost** across the category. **Tank Size and Configuration** Softeners generally come as a single-tank softener or a dual-tank system. A single-tank unit houses the **resin tank** and brine tank together and must pause water service during each regeneration cycle. A dual-tank setup uses two resin tanks that alternate, so softened water keeps flowing even while one tank regenerates. Dual-tank systems cost more because you are paying for a second tank, a second batch of resin, and more complex plumbing. For households with high daily demand or frequent guests, that premium buys uninterrupted supply. For a small household with modest usage, a single tank is usually the sensible choice. Physical size also matters. Taller, wider tanks hold more resin and fit larger homes, but they take up more floor space and can cost more to ship and install. **Resin Volume and Quality** Resin volume is measured in cubic feet, and it sets the **capacity rating** of the unit. A softener with one cubic foot of resin removes fewer hardness minerals before regenerating than a unit with two cubic feet. More resin means longer gaps between regenerations, which translates to less salt and water used over time. Resin quality matters just as much as quantity. Standard gel resin is affordable but can degrade faster in water treated with chlorine. Higher-grade resins resist fouling and hold their exchange capacity longer, which delays **resin bead replacement** and lowers long-term ownership cost. To size resin correctly, start with a **water hardness test** reported in **grains per gallon**. Multiply hardness by daily household water use, then factor in iron or manganese if present. That number tells you how much resin you actually need, and buying more than that adds cost without adding benefit. **Control Valve Type** The **control valve** is the brain of the softener. It decides when to regenerate and how much salt and water to use. This single component separates basic units from genuinely low-maintenance ones. - **Timer-based regeneration**: regenerates on a fixed schedule regardless of actual water use. Simple and cheap, but wasteful in weeks when demand is low. - **Metered regeneration**: tracks gallons used and regenerates only when needed. Also called **demand-initiated regeneration**, it cuts salt and water waste noticeably. - **Valve brand and build**: well-known valves such as **Fleck valve** and **Clack valve** designs are widely serviceable, with parts that are easy to source and rebuild. A durable valve with metered or demand-initiated logic costs more upfront but reduces salt consumption and service calls. That is the core trade-off behind nearly every price difference in this category. ### Upfront Price vs. Long-Term Ownership Costs A low-maintenance water softener may have a higher upfront price but can save money over time through reduced salt, water, and repair costs. The purchase price is only the first number in the equation. Ongoing costs fall into three buckets: - **Salt**: **pellet salt**, **crystal salt**, **solar salt**, and **block salt** all work, but purity affects how often you must clean the tank. **Potassium chloride** costs more than sodium chloride but avoids added **sodium output** for households watching salt intake. - **Water**: every regeneration cycle flushes water down the drain. A metered valve regenerates less often, so a high-efficiency model uses less water each month. - **Service**: **salt bridge** formation, **mushing**, and **brine tank cleaning** are routine tasks. A well-built valve and correctly sized resin reduce the odds of a paid service call. Here is a simple example. Suppose a basic timer-based unit regenerates every three days, while a metered unit on the same household regenerates every six. Over a year, the metered unit runs roughly half as many cycles, which means roughly half the salt and half the regeneration water. If each cycle uses a few pounds of salt, the savings add up to a meaningful sum annually, and the higher purchase price can pay itself back over the life of the unit. The practical takeaway: compare units on total cost of ownership, not sticker price alone. A cheap softener that over-regenerates for a decade often costs more than a well-sized, demand-initiated model that was priced higher on day one. ## SoftPro Pricing: Low-Maintenance Systems by Model SoftPro offers a range of low-maintenance water softeners with transparent pricing and frequent discounts. Because the brand sells factory-direct, buyers avoid the middleman markup that often inflates retail water treatment prices. Every system also comes with a **60-day money-back guarantee** and a lifetime limited warranty, which lowers the long-term risk of the purchase. Pricing varies by model and by water source. A home on treated municipal water has different treatment needs than one drawing from a private well, and SoftPro builds separate systems for each. City water units focus on hardness minerals like calcium and magnesium, while well water units also account for iron and sediment. The table below summarizes the four main low-maintenance models covered in this guide. Each price reflects the current factory-direct discount, and each system is designed to reduce the hands-on upkeep that traditional softeners demand. | Model | Water Source | Current Price | Original Price | |---|---|---|---| | SoftPro ECO City Water Softener | City | $967.00 | $1,628.65 | | SoftPro Elite Smart HE Water Softener for City Water | City | $1,367.00 | $2,468.65 | | SoftPro ECO Well Water Softener | Well | $947.00 | $1,443.00 | | SoftPro Elite HE Water Softener for Well Water | Well | $1,327.00 | $2,231.67 | These figures set the stage for the model-by-model breakdown that follows. The sections below explain what each price includes and which low-maintenance features justify the difference between the ECO and Elite lines. ### City Water Softener Prices SoftPro's city water softeners start at $967 for the ECO model and go up to $1,367 for the Elite Smart HE, both with significant discounts. The **SoftPro ECO City Water Softener** is priced at $967.00, down from $1,628.65, making it the most affordable entry point for a metered, salt-based system. The **SoftPro Elite Smart HE Water Softener for City Water** costs $1,367.00, reduced from $2,468.65. The "HE" stands for high efficiency, and the smart label points to automated regeneration that adjusts to actual water use rather than running on a fixed timer. Both units rely on ion exchange to strip hardness minerals from the supply. A resin tank captures calcium and magnesium while a brine tank holds the salt used to recharge the resin during each regeneration cycle. The low-maintenance angle comes down to how that cycle is triggered: - Metered regeneration tracks gallons used and only recharges when the resin is actually exhausted. - **Smart control** on the Elite model fine-tunes the schedule, which cuts unnecessary salt consumption. - **Single-tank design** keeps the footprint small and the plumbing simple for most households. For a typical city home, the practical difference between the two models is efficiency and automation rather than basic softening performance. The ECO handles standard hardness at a lower upfront cost, while the Elite Smart HE suits larger households or anyone who wants the system to manage its own schedule. Buyers weighing a home cost budget should note that a more efficient unit can trim salt use over time, though the exact savings depend on local grains per gallon and daily consumption. A simple water hardness test before ordering helps confirm which capacity rating fits the home. ### Well Water Softener Prices For well water, SoftPro's ECO model is priced at $947 and the Elite HE at $1,327, offering robust solutions for iron and hardness. The **SoftPro ECO Well Water Softener** is listed at $947.00, marked down from $1,443.00, and is built to handle the sediment and mineral load common in private wells. The **SoftPro Elite HE Water Softener for Well Water** runs $1,327.00, reduced from $2,231.67. It adds higher capacity and efficiency for households with heavier demand or more challenging water chemistry. Well water introduces problems that city water rarely does. Iron, manganese, and grit can foul resin and clog a control valve if a system is not designed for them. SoftPro's well units address this with iron-tolerant components and demand-initiated regeneration, which recharges only when the resin is spent. That behavior matters for upkeep in a few ways: - Less frequent regeneration means fewer recharge cycles and less salt consumed. - Reduced iron fouling protects the **resin beads** and extends their service life. - Fewer manual overrides keep the **brine tank** cleaner and lower the risk of salt bridge or mushing. Owners still need to keep the brine tank topped up with pellet, crystal, or solar salt and check it periodically for compaction, but the automated cycle removes most of the routine guesswork. The $380 gap between the two well models buys higher capacity and greater efficiency, which tends to matter more in homes with high hardness or multiple bathrooms. Anyone comparing a **salt-based softener** to a **salt-free conditioner** should note that the salt-free route does not remove hardness minerals the way ion exchange does, so it serves a different purpose. For well owners who want genuine softening with minimal hands-on maintenance, the ECO and Elite HE cover the two most common budget tiers. ## Low-Maintenance Features That Cut Your Costs Over Time SoftPro systems incorporate features like demand-initiated regeneration and high-efficiency resin that reduce salt and water consumption. Those two design choices matter more than almost anything else when you tally what a softener truly costs to own. The purchase price is only part of the equation. Salt, water, and time add up year after year. Here is how the key low-maintenance features work in practice, and why each one trims your long-term spending. - **Demand-initiated regeneration:** The control valve tracks your actual water use and triggers a regeneration cycle only when the resin nears exhaustion. A timer-based unit regenerates on a fixed schedule whether you used water or not. - **High-capacity resin:** More resin means more hardness minerals (calcium and magnesium) can be captured between cycles, so regeneration happens less often. - **Easy-access brine tank:** A wide opening makes it simple to check salt levels, break up a salt bridge, and clean the tank without disconnecting anything. - **High-efficiency upflow technology:** SoftPro systems use upflow brining, which exposes resin to brine more efficiently than conventional downflow designs. Each feature targets a different line item in your ownership budget. Together, they change the math on what low maintenance really means. Metered regeneration is the single biggest saver. A household that uses 3,000 gallons in a week and regenerates twice will burn far less salt than one running on a fixed daily schedule. Because the valve reads actual consumption, a vacation week produces no wasted cycles at all. Over a year, that difference shows up clearly in bags of pellet salt or crystal salt you never had to buy. **High-capacity resin** compounds the benefit. A larger resin bed, measured in cubic feet of resin, holds more hardness before it needs a recharge. Fewer regeneration cycles mean less water flushed down the drain and less sodium or potassium chloride consumed. For homes on a municipal meter, that also means a lower water bill. **Brine tank access** keeps maintenance chores quick. Cleaning the brine tank, checking for mushing or a salt bridge, and topping off salt are jobs most owners can handle in minutes. A tank that is awkward to open turns a five-minute task into an afternoon project, which is exactly the kind of friction that leads to neglected systems and costly service calls. SoftPro backs this design approach with high-efficiency upflow technology and its WISDOM Water Intelligence System, which helps with sizing and water scoring so the unit matches your actual hardness rather than being oversized or undersized. The brand also carries NSF, WQA, and ANSI certifications, is built in the USA, and offers a lifetime limited warranty with a 60-day money back guarantee. The practical result is fewer bags of salt, lower water use, and less time spent on upkeep. Those savings accumulate quietly, month after month, and often outweigh the upfront difference in price between a basic timer unit and a demand-initiated system. ## Trust Signals: Warranty, Guarantee, and Customer Track Record SoftPro backs its low-maintenance systems with a lifetime limited warranty, a 60-day money-back guarantee, and thousands of positive reviews. For a purchase that often runs into the hundreds or thousands of dollars, those protections matter as much as the sticker price. A warranty tells you how long the manufacturer stands behind its hardware. A money-back window tells you how long *you* have to decide whether the system actually fits your home. Together, they shift a good deal of the financial risk off the buyer. SoftPro pairs both with a long operating history. The company brings over 30 years of experience to the category, which is a meaningful signal when you are comparing brands that may have appeared only recently. Warranty length is not the only thing to check. Read what is covered, what voids coverage, and who pays for shipping on a claim. A lifetime limited warranty still has limits, and understanding them upfront prevents surprises later. Certifications offer a separate layer of assurance. SoftPro systems carry **NSF, WQA, and ANSI certifications**, which means the products have been evaluated against established industry standards rather than self-declared. For a device connected to your home's drinking water, third-party verification is worth weighing heavily. SoftPro also emphasizes **built in USA** manufacturing quality. Domestic production does not automatically guarantee a better product, but it can simplify service, parts availability, and communication if something needs attention. Customer volume adds another data point. SoftPro reports **8,000+ reviews and 100,000+ happy customers**, a track record that is difficult to manufacture and easy to verify by reading through feedback yourself. When you review that feedback, look for patterns rather than isolated complaints. Pay attention to comments about reliability, regeneration performance, and how quickly issues were resolved. A large review base is most useful when you read it critically. Finally, consider the buying channel. SoftPro sells **factory-direct**, which the company positions as a source of savings, and offers **free shipping on systems**. Lower overhead can translate into a better price on the same hardware. Weigh these trust signals against the total cost of ownership. A slightly higher upfront price on a system with strong warranty coverage and a solid service record can cost less over ten years than a cheaper unit that fails early. **Verdict:** SoftPro is a legitimate, established water softener brand. A lifetime limited warranty, a 60-day money-back guarantee, NSF, WQA, and ANSI certifications, USA manufacturing, and a customer base exceeding 100,000 give buyers concrete reasons to feel confident in the purchase. ## Who Should Choose a SoftPro Low-Maintenance System SoftPro low-maintenance systems are ideal for homeowners with hard water and commercial facilities that require consistent, soft water with minimal upkeep. The question is not whether low maintenance matters, but who benefits most when it is built into the system from day one. Two broad groups fit that profile: **residential households** and **commercial operations** where soft water is a working necessity rather than a comfort upgrade. Each has different reasons for caring about reduced maintenance, but both face the same underlying problem, which is the cost and disruption of hard water left untreated. **Homeowners with city water or well water** make up the core residential audience. City water often carries hardness minerals such as calcium and magnesium even after municipal treatment, while well water can run considerably harder depending on the geology of the area. A water hardness test measured in grains per gallon gives a clear starting point, and the result usually determines whether a salt-based softener, a salt-free conditioner, or a dual-tank system makes the most sense. For these households, low maintenance protects two things at once. First, the plumbing and appliances, since scale buildup shortens the life of water heaters, dishwashers, and washing machines. Second, the homeowner's time, because a system that regenerates on its own schedule removes the chore of monitoring and adjusting it manually. **Commercial businesses** form the second group, and their needs are less forgiving. SoftPro serves facilities including nursing homes, assisted living facilities, meat processing plants, food facilities, and interstate facilities. In these settings, water quality is tied directly to operations, sanitation, and resident or guest comfort, so an interruption caused by a neglected brine tank or a stalled regeneration cycle is a real problem rather than an inconvenience. Low maintenance matters most in commercial settings because downtime carries a cost that far exceeds the price of the equipment itself. A nursing home cannot pause laundry or kitchen service while someone troubleshoots a control valve. A food facility cannot risk inconsistent water hardness across a production shift. Systems that run reliably with little intervention keep those operations steady. Homeowners and commercial operators also differ in how they measure value. A household typically weighs home cost against convenience and appliance protection over several years. A commercial buyer weighs reliability against the expense of staff time, service calls, and operational risk. Both calculations favor a system designed to need less attention. - **Homeowners on city water** dealing with moderate to high hardness who want scale protection without constant monitoring - **Homeowners on well water** whose hardness levels vary and who need a system matched to tested grains per gallon - **Nursing homes and assisted living facilities** where soft water supports resident comfort and daily laundry and kitchen demands - **Meat processing and food facilities** that depend on consistent water quality across production - **Interstate facilities** where water treatment must hold up across continuous operation The common thread is simple. Anyone who would rather not think about salt levels, resin tank condition, or regeneration timing is a good candidate for a low-maintenance design. That includes busy families, older homeowners who prefer to avoid heavy maintenance tasks, and facility managers responsible for equipment they cannot watch daily. It also helps to know who benefits less. A household with already soft water, or a small operation with very low daily water use, may not need the same level of treatment. Testing first and sizing the system to actual demand keeps the investment sensible rather than oversized. For both audiences, the practical takeaway is the same. Low maintenance is not a luxury feature layered on top of a softener. It is the quality that determines whether the system quietly does its job for years or becomes one more item on a to-do list that never gets done. ## Final Verdict: Is SoftPro Worth the Price? Considering SoftPro's competitive pricing, low-maintenance design, and strong warranty, it offers excellent value for those seeking a hassle-free water softening solution. Throughout this pricing guide, the pattern has been consistent: the upfront cost of a softener is only part of the story. Ongoing salt, electricity, and service expenses often outweigh the purchase price within a few years. SoftPro addresses that reality directly. Its lineup is built around **low-maintenance operation**, which means fewer chores for the homeowner and fewer service calls over the life of the unit. For anyone comparing a salt-based softener against a salt-free conditioner, that distinction matters most when the monthly and yearly costs are added up. Three factors support the verdict that SoftPro is worth the investment: - **Low-maintenance features** that reduce the frequency of brine tank cleaning, salt bridge checks, and manual regeneration - **Transparent pricing** with no hidden fees and free shipping on systems, excluding AK, HI, and PR - **Strong warranty coverage** that protects the resin tank, brine tank, and control valve over the long term Homeowners who prioritize minimal upkeep tend to see the best returns. A system that regenerates on demand rather than on a fixed timer uses less salt and less water, and those savings compound year after year. Businesses with steady water demands benefit from the same logic, since predictable operating costs make budgeting simpler. It also helps that SoftPro keeps the buying process straightforward. Pricing is listed clearly, shipping is free on systems in the contiguous United States, and support is available by phone during regular business hours. That combination of clear costs and dependable backup is what separates a sound purchase from a risky one. For readers still weighing options, the practical advice is simple. Test your water first to confirm hardness in grains per gallon, match the capacity rating to your household size, and compare total ownership costs rather than sticker price alone. SoftPro performs well on all three measures. Questions about pricing, sizing, or installation can be directed to the SoftPro team at **855-683-8488**. Phone support is available **Mon-Fri 9am-7pm CST**, and free shipping applies to systems, excluding AK, HI, and PR. Reaching out before you buy is the easiest way to confirm you are choosing the right configuration for your home or business. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How much does a SoftPro water softener cost? SoftPro offers factory-direct pricing on its water softeners, with current prices ranging from $967 for the ECO City Water Softener to $1,367 for the Elite Smart HE City Water Softener. Well water models include the ECO Well Water Softener and the Elite HE Well Water Softener at $1,327. Because SoftPro sells direct, you save compared to typical retail markups, and free shipping is included on systems within the continental U.S. ### What ongoing maintenance costs should I expect with a SoftPro system? Ongoing costs for any softener mainly come down to salt or potassium refills and occasional filter replacements, so the exact amount depends on your water hardness and household usage. SoftPro's high-efficiency upflow technology is designed to soften water while using less salt and water than conventional systems, which helps keep running costs down. You can also call SoftPro at 855-683-8488 (Mon-Fri, 9am-7pm CST) for guidance specific to your home. ### Is a low maintenance water softener worth the upfront cost? A softener typically pays for itself over time by protecting plumbing and appliances from scale buildup, which can extend their lifespan and reduce repair bills. SoftPro backs its systems with a lifetime limited warranty and a 60-day money back guarantee, so you can try one with less risk. If you're unsure which model fits your home, SoftPro's free water softener sizing calculator can help you decide before you buy. ### Which SoftPro water softener is best for my home? The right choice depends mainly on whether you have city water or well water. SoftPro offers the Elite Smart HE and ECO models for city water, and the Elite HE and ECO models for well water, so you can match the system to your water source. If you also want to target fluoride, chlorine, or other contaminants, SoftPro's filtration options like the Fluoride & Chlorine+ SUPER Filter can be added. The free sizing calculator is a good first step to narrow down your options. ### Does SoftPro offer free shipping and a warranty? Yes. SoftPro includes free shipping on systems within the United States, excluding AK, HI, and PR. Every system also comes with a lifetime limited warranty and a 60-day money back guarantee, so you're covered if the system isn't right for you. These protections are part of what makes SoftPro a low-risk choice for homeowners comparing upfront costs. ### How can I get help choosing or pricing a SoftPro system? You can reach SoftPro directly at 855-683-8488, Monday through Friday, 9am-7pm CST, and the team can answer pricing and product questions. SoftPro also provides a free water softener sizing calculator and its WISDOM Water Intelligence System, which generates a Water Score Report to help you understand your water before buying. With over 30 years of experience and 100,000+ customers served, SoftPro can help you find a system that fits your home and budget.